Senior Level Power Engineer Jobs
Senior level power engineer jobs put experienced engineers in charge of system design, project ownership, and the technical direction of the teams that deliver large-scale power infrastructure. Openings are concentrated across Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Electronics & Hardware, with 24% remote or hybrid availability, and employers like Arcadis, Burns & McDonnell, and ENTRUST Solutions hiring at this level now.
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Do you have a desire to seek out and solve exceedingly difficult challenges rather than the easy ones? Do you grow with adversity? Do you believe that truly valuable and meaningful accomplishments are the result of pushing the limits of perseverance? Do you believe that a world-class team with relentless drive can surpass even their own high expectations? We do! But we also realize this job isn’t for everyone. What we do isn’t easy, but you don’t take the easy path!
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At Apple, products are holistically designed to deliver an unrivaled customer experience. SoC hardware, Systems and Software architectures are finely co-optimized and tuned for the highest performance and operating efficiency. The world leading multi-functional team of engineers that design these products rely on groundbreaking Constrained Performance Models to analyze and refine the architecture and implementation. The Constrained Performance Model is responsible for simulating overall performance and efficiency of Apple System on Chip (SoC) in the presence of electrical, thermal and reliability constraints and control systems. In this highly visible role as a Constrained Performance Modeling Engineer, you will play the central role of driving the development of these simulators and collaborate with the multi-functional team of SoC, System and Software Architects to influence the design of future Apple products.
Minimum Qualifications
- BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related engineering degree.
- Experience in high-performance and low power microprocessor architecture and design techniques.
- Experience coding in C, Python or similar programming languages.
Preferred Qualifications
- 10+ years relevant industry experience.
- MS or PhD in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related engineering degree.
- In depth understanding of CPU, GPU, Neural and ML workloads and applications.
- Good understanding in control system application and behavior.
- Expertise in high-performance SoC power delivery and thermals.
- Excellent modeling and simulator development skills.
- Ability to work with Claude to produce high quality code with validation.
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $184,700 and $277,600, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant
At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong.
Learn about accessibility in Apple’s workplace
Learn about reasonable accommodations for job applicants
Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.
Do you have a desire to seek out and solve exceedingly difficult challenges rather than the easy ones? Do you grow with adversity? Do you believe that truly valuable and meaningful accomplishments are the result of pushing the limits of perseverance? Do you believe that a world-class team with relentless drive can surpass even their own high expectations? We do! But we also realize this job isn’t for everyone. What we do isn’t easy, but you don’t take the easy path!
Description
At Apple, products are holistically designed to deliver an unrivaled customer experience. SoC hardware, Systems and Software architectures are finely co-optimized and tuned for the highest performance and operating efficiency. The world leading multi-functional team of engineers that design these products rely on groundbreaking Constrained Performance Models to analyze and refine the architecture and implementation. The Constrained Performance Model is responsible for simulating overall performance and efficiency of Apple System on Chip (SoC) in the presence of electrical, thermal and reliability constraints and control systems. In this highly visible role as a Constrained Performance Modeling Engineer, you will play the central role of driving the development of these simulators and collaborate with the multi-functional team of SoC, System and Software Architects to influence the design of future Apple products.
Minimum Qualifications
- BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related engineering degree.
- Experience in high-performance and low power microprocessor architecture and design techniques.
- Experience coding in C, Python or similar programming languages.
Preferred Qualifications
- 10+ years relevant industry experience.
- MS or PhD in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related engineering degree.
- In depth understanding of CPU, GPU, Neural and ML workloads and applications.
- Good understanding in control system application and behavior.
- Expertise in high-performance SoC power delivery and thermals.
- Excellent modeling and simulator development skills.
- Ability to work with Claude to produce high quality code with validation.
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $184,700 and $277,600, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant
At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong.
Learn about accessibility in Apple’s workplace
Learn about reasonable accommodations for job applicants
Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.
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Who's Hiring
- Arcadis28
- Burns & McDonnell14
- ENTRUST Solutions10
- Apple9
- Eaton5
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services57
- Construction & Real Estate31
- Electronics & Hardware29
- Technology & Software21
- Manufacturing15
Senior Level Power Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level power engineer job?
Employers hiring at the senior level look for engineers who have led power system projects from concept through commissioning, not just contributed to them. Demonstrating ownership of protection and control schemes, substation design, or grid interconnection studies sets strong candidates apart. Showing that you have mentored junior engineers or influenced technical standards gives you a clear edge over candidates with equivalent years of experience.
Which companies hire senior level power engineers?
Companies hiring senior level power engineers right now include Arcadis, Burns & McDonnell, and ENTRUST Solutions, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of electric utilities, independent power producers, engineering and procurement contractors, and renewable energy developers who need engineers capable of leading complex power delivery projects.
Are there remote senior level power engineer jobs?
Yes, though many roles require at least some site presence given the hands-on nature of power infrastructure work. About 24% of senior level power engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote availability more common in planning, modeling, and protection engineering roles than in construction management or field commissioning positions.
What makes a power engineer role senior level?
Senior level power engineer roles are defined by independent technical ownership rather than task execution. At this stage, engineers lead system studies, sign off on design packages, set standards for their teams, and serve as the primary technical point of contact with clients or regulators. Mentoring mid-level and junior engineers and resolving complex design conflicts without escalation are expected, not optional.
Which industries hire the most senior level power engineers?
Senior Level power engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Electronics & Hardware, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they are actively building, upgrading, or interconnecting large-scale power infrastructure and need engineers who can take full technical accountability for project outcomes.